Pitted Against Anarchists (1899)

Pitted Against Anarchists is a historical non-fiction book written by William Fretz Kemble and first published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the anarchist movement in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States. It covers the rise of anarchism, its philosophy and beliefs, and the violent acts committed by anarchist groups, such as bombings and assassinations.Kemble also discusses the response of governments and law enforcement agencies to the anarchist threat, including the formation of secret police forces and the passing of anti-anarchist laws. The author provides a critical analysis of the effectiveness of these measures and their impact on civil liberties.The book includes profiles of prominent anarchists of the time, such as Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, and their involvement in various anarchist movements and activities. It also covers the famous Haymarket Affair in Chicago in 1886, where a bomb was thrown at a police line during a labor protest, resulting in several deaths and the execution of four anarchists.Overall, Pitted Against Anarchists is a comprehensive and insightful study of the anarchist movement and its impact on society and politics in the late 19th century. It remains an important historical document and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of anarchism and political extremism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.